Win32 COM Error – FVE_E_FIPS_HASH_KDF_NOT_ALLOWED – 0x80310098

In this post, you’ll learn more about the Error FVE_E_FIPS_HASH_KDF_NOT_ALLOWED – 0x80310098 that is returned when working with the COM-based APIs in Win32

Win32 COM Error

FVE_E_FIPS_HASH_KDF_NOT_ALLOWED – 0x80310098

Win32 COM Error Error Description

The default Bitlocker Key Derivation Function SP800-56A for ECC smart cards is not supported by your smart card. The Group Policy setting requiring FIPS-compliance prevents BitLocker from using any other key derivation function for encryption. You have to use a FIPS compliant smart card in FIPS restricted environments.